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Name the branch of government informally called "the courts."
The Judicial Branch
What stops one branch of government from becoming too powerful?
Checks and Balances
What does the judicial branch do?
▪ reviews laws
▪ explains laws
▪ resolves disputes (disagreements)
▪ decides if a law goes against the Constitution
What is the highest court in the United States?
the Supreme Court
How many justices are on the Supreme Court?
9
Who is the Chief Justice of the United States now?
John Roberts
How does a judge become a justice on the Supreme Court?
The President nominates him or her and Congress approves the nomination.
How long does a Justice serve on the Supreme Court?
For life or until he or she retires
What are the two major political parties in the United States?
Democratic and Republican
What is the name of the Speaker of the House of Representatives now?
Nancy Pelosi
Who is the Commander in Chief of the military?
The President
Who is in charge of the Executive Branch?
The President
Who makes federal laws?
Congress
The House of Representatives has how many voting members?
435
Name your U.S. Representative.
Brian Higgins
We elect a U.S. Senator for how many years?
6 years
